By Boluwatife Kehinde Boxing fans worldwide are set for a spectacle as Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather have agreed to face off in an exhibition fight in spring 2026. Although the date and venue are yet to be confirmed, promoters at CSI said negotiations were complete, paving the way for a blockbuster event mixing nostalgia, legacy, and entertainment. READ ALSO: Tyson Fury’s gloves are off for good – Arum doubts return…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah Life in Nigeria often feels like a marathon without a finish line. From Lagos traffic and unstable power supply to rising inflation and recurring fuel scarcity, daily stress weighs heavily on citizens. Yet amid the chaos, simple coping strategies can offer calm, health, and hope. Firstly, it is pertinent to be aware that stress itself is not entirely avoidable. Like many human experiences, it comes with living,…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have been drawn in Group B of the 2025 WAFU B U-17 Championship, where they will face Burkina Faso and the Benin Republic. The draw, conducted on Thursday in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, also confirmed the host nation will stage the competition from 20 September to 3 October. Group A features hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Niger Republic and Togo. The tournament doubles as the qualifying…

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has assigned portfolios to the 17 commissioners who were recently inaugurated. The announcement was made on Wednesday during a State Executive Council meeting in Makurdi. Alia charged the new and retained commissioners to serve with integrity, dedication, and loyalty, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach to governance. READ ALSO: Governor Alia assures NYSC members of security in Benue “This is a call to action,” he…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Former Bayer Leverkusen head coach Erik ten Hag released an official statement following his abrupt dismissal after just two Bundesliga matches in charge. The Dutch manager, who arrived in the summer, failed to secure a league win during his short tenure. His reign began with a 2-1 home defeat to Hoffenheim and ended with a dramatic 3-3 draw against ten-man Werder Bremen. Although Leverkusen cruised to a…

Wilfred Ndidi has sounded a stern warning ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, insisting that the Super Eagles cannot afford another slip-up if they are to keep their dreams of reaching the mundial alive. The three-time African champions face the Amavubi at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Saturday in a crucial Matchday 7 clash. Nigeria are under pressure after a disappointing home draw…

England Under-17s’ 2-1 friendly victory over Venezuela in Duisburg was overshadowed by two stoppages caused by reports of racist abuse, prompting the Football Association (FA) to launch discussions with organisers and governing bodies over potential action. The match, staged in Germany as part of preparations for next month’s European Championship qualifiers in Lithuania, was halted twice in the second half after allegations that one or more Venezuelan players directed racist…

Djed Spence says he hopes to inspire the next generation as he prepares to become the first Muslim footballer to represent England’s senior men’s team. The Tottenham Hotspur full-back, who has six England Under-21 caps, has received his first senior call-up for World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. His inclusion crowns a remarkable turnaround in fortunes after years of loan spells and limited playing time. Though the Football Association…

Manchester United are reportedly prepared to sanction the departure of goalkeeper André Onana to Saudi Arabia, with the Pro League’s transfer window still open. The 29-year-old Cameroon international, who joined United from Inter Milan in 2023, could become the latest Premier League player to be lured by lucrative Middle Eastern offers. According to Teamtalk, United are willing to let Onana leave if the right offer arrives. The club’s stance reflects…

West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paquetá is weighing up legal action against the Football Association (FA) after being cleared of spot-fixing charges in what has been described as the largest disciplinary case in English football history. The Brazilian, 28, was accused of deliberately collecting yellow cards to influence betting markets, an allegation first raised in August 2023. By May 2024, the FA had charged him on four counts of intentionally…

Abuja – A legal expert, Sunday Adebayo, Esq., has raised concerns over the increasing use of defamation laws to silence bloggers, content creators, and social media users in Nigeria, warning that freedom of expression must not be undermined under the guise of enforcing defamation laws. In a legal commentary titled “Freedom of Expression and the Law of Defamation in Nigeria: A Legal Appraisal of the Double-edged Sword,” Adebayo noted the rising…

For the first time in the history of English women’s football, minimum salaries will be introduced for players in the top two tiers of the professional game this season. The move, announced by WSL Football, represents a landmark step toward fully professionalising the Women’s Super League (WSL) and WSL 2. WSL Football, which oversees England’s professional women’s leagues, did not disclose the exact salary amounts, but confirmed the minimum will…